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Nicola Vassell Gallery Presents Julia Chiang’s ‘Salt on Our Skin’ Exhibition
Brooklyn-based artist Julia Chiang will be opening up her solo exhibition, Julia Chiang: Salt on Our Skin at Nicola Vassell Gallery later this month. Chiang is known for her extensive portfolio of paintings, installations, and sculptures, out of which her abstract paintings featuring petal-like and biomorphic shapes are the most recognizable. Speaking on the theme for this exhibit, Chiang shared a recollection of her childhood where nothing was ever truly thrown away, as her father often upcycle old and worn-out items by giving them “a new life.” This regular practice had Chiang ponder the concept of transformation, which the artist related to her multicultural identity and art-making processes. In a press release, the artist explained that her inspiration also came from poetry, specifical...
Every Beastie Boys Die-Hard Needs These Books
BEYOND THE STREETS is currently playing host to the most comprehensive Beastie Boys exhibition to date at their new CONTROL Gallery space in Los Angeles. To complement the event, the art collective has released five new books that encompass the vast array of objects and ephemera that have subtly defined the legacy of the Beastie Boys. While the first entry in the collection encompasses the group’s tenure with Def Jam Records, books two to five are all dubbed by album — from Pauls Boutique and Check Your Head, to ILL Communication and Hello Nasty. Together, the collection is a real treasure trove for Beastie Boys die-hards, offering an archival look at photographs, instruments, event programs and more. Each book is an edition of 500, retails for $25 USD and spans roughly 100 to 200 pages in...
Banksy Mural Theft Ringleader Faces Up to 12 Year Sentence
During an unpublicized trip to Ukraine last year, Banksy painted seven new murals in the city of Hostomel, near the capital of Kyiv, amidst the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia. One of the seven works depicts a curly-haired woman who’s dressed in a gas mask and gown while holding a fire extinguisher. The spray-painted mural is pasted on the yellow exterior walls of a house destroyed by Russian shelling. This particular work became the target of an orchestrated heist as a group of men chiseled the painting from the wall while pretending to be representatives of a French charity. While on the scene, the group of thieves was confronted by a local who raised his suspicions to the authorities. Police later arrived at the scene, arresting five men and recovering the graffiti mural in good ...
The Outnet’s Rare 85%-Off Sale Just Started—Here Are My Best Buys
There’s almost nothing we love more than a designer sale drop—especially when the edit is filled with time-tested, high-end gems for much more affordable prices. Enter: The Outnet’s massive flash sale, which only happens twice a year and just launched with up to 85% off. So, yes, it’s a particularly joyous day here at Who What Wear UK. The Outnet is one of our favourite insider destinations for shopping designer buys for less on a normal day. So, when the extra sale discount is added on coveted designer pieces from the likes of Ganni, Toteme, Stand Studio, and Zimmermann, you can bet the whole team here are ready and raring to shop. We know from our inside sources that the majority of pieces in the discounted edit have limited stock, so ...
7 Makeup Looks That Are Always Classy
There are endless ways to wear makeup, and that is all part of the joy of both applying it and wearing it. We’ve always got our eyes peeled on the trending makeup looks that crop up on TikTok, as well as the defining makeup trends of the year. Experimentation is half the fun, and trying a new makeup look can bring you out of a beauty rut and reinvigorate your makeup bag once more. However, as trends come and go, there are some classy makeup looks that stand the test of time. Think of the kind of beauty moments that you see time and time again on the red carpet. A red lipstick, for example, transcends every decade without looking dated, and there is hue and texture to suit just about everyone. Not only is this look a great option for the evening, but it also works ...
No Joke—This Is the Most Discussed Accessory Brand in Our Editors’ Group Chat
I’m not ashamed to admit it. When it comes to shoes and handbags, I’m a little bit obsessed. In fact, scratch “little bit.” I’ve actually run out of storage space with the number of heels, boots, sandals, handbags, clutches and totes I’ve amassed over the years. I’m a firm believer that no matter how casual the outfit, a good pair of shoes or a statement bag can elevate an entire look. With that in mind, shoes and handbags are the two things that I never scrimp on (you can find a good white T-shirt almost anywhere, but a bag you’ll use everyday is worth the investment), and I’ve often found shopping for elegant accessories on the high street to be a real challenge. Ask me to find a bag for un...
I Tried On M&S’s Best-Selling Jeans, and I’m Officially a Convert
After road-testing a number of styles in store and at home, I totally understand the hype. From the ultimate sculpting skinny jeans to stylish wide-legs, you might be surprised to know that M&S’s denim section basically does it all. Of course, we all have our own preference when it comes to the ol’ blues—so I’ve highlighted my two personal favourites below that suited my shape and style best (I’m 5’2 and a size 10, by the way.) For me, the Mom Jeans were the perfect throw-on and go everyday style, and the Wide-Leg Jeans felt a little smarter and more trend-led. I know I’ll wear these more into the office with a heeled boot, or out to dinner or a date night. The best thing about the entire M&S denim range, though, is that...
Every Fashion Person’s Favourite Blazer Will Be Just as Cool in 2023
Sometimes less is more. Even in fashion, where many can be easily drawn to ruffles, feathers, sequins and excess in general, at Who What Wear we always seem to go back to the same pared-back staples. It’s the true secret to a capsule wardrobe, I think, to have malleable elevated essentials that an be worn countless ways, to numerous occasions that look universally good when paired with pieces of all different proportions, fabrics and colours. If there’s one brand I always go back to for this, it’s The Frankie Shop. You’ll see from my instalment of our most recent Great Try-On that this isn’t a line, I love everything The Frankie Shop presents–from its cargo pants to its iconic quilted ripstop jacket. But the item I treasure most in my wardrobe? ...
The Experts Have Spoken—These 12 2023 Hair Trends Are the Only Ones That Matter
Blonde is back in a big way for 2023, but this time around, it’s high-maintenance, polished and expensive-looking. “When you think of glamour, you think Hollywood blonde,” says Zoë Irwin, creative director at John Frieda Salons. “We’ve grown up with Hollywood blonde, but now, the association of glamour has shifted. It’s now the ’90s yellow blonde,” she says, explaining that creamy yellow blondes are in big demand right now. “It’s uptown because it is a high-maintenance look, so after a couple of months, a root will appear, so it becomes an entire new type of colour look. To maintain this, you’ll need to be in the salon every three to four weeks,” she adds. Giuseppe Stelitano, creative director at Trevor Sorb...
25 New-Season Pieces That’ll Change the Way You Dress All Year Round
And just like that, a new year begins, and with it comes new-season shopping. There’s already a lot to get excited about. If you subscribe to the “new year, new me” mantra, there’s no better time to refresh your wardrobe, and with a couple of clever purchases, you can find versatile investment pieces that you’ll wear for the rest of the year and for many years to come. Sound good? The easiest place to find everything you need is a one-stop shop that houses all of your favourite brands under one (virtual) roof. Harvey Nichols is our go-to destination for everything from summer sandals to winter coats. But with so many new pieces landing on the site, it’s tricky to know where to begin, so we’ve scoured over 2000 new items in order to bring you t...
Creations of LA Captures INFINITI’s Luxury QX80 SUV in Dubai’s Cityscapes
Japanese automotive brand INFINITI brings its flagship QX80 SUV to six Middle Eastern countries — arriving with exclusive detailing and an upgraded entertainment system. Imagining the latest edition in the metropolis of Dubai, the brand teams up with UAE-based photographer Creations of LA to bring the luxury SUV to some of its most picturesque hotspots. Produced in three iterations: SENSORY, ProACTIVE and Black Edition (the regional exclusive) — the vehicles all boast a refined center console that includes a single InTouch™ 12.3-inch HD display with Apple CarPlay® and USB-based Android Auto™ compatibility as well as a Bose® Premium Sound system. With the QX80 maintaining its seven-seat, three-row arrangement, the interior features leather or semi-aniline appointed...
Step Into the Future With BMW’s i Vision Dee Concept Car
During this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, BMW unveiled its new color-changing concept car, the BMW i Vision Dee. Stepping into the future, the one-of-a-kind mid-size sedan fuses fun and forward-thinking design. As “Dee” stands for Digital Emotional Experience, the automaker’s goal with the hi-tech vehicle is to take a closer look at how drivers connect with their vehicles. Specifically, as society continues to move into a new digital age, our vehicles and subsequent experiences are sure to evolve. The car’s standout feature is its ability to change into 32 different shades. But alongside this focal feature, another standout of BMW i Vision Dee is its mixed reality slider, which serves as the car’s central operating system and head-...
